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Let's be real, parenting is way harder and way less fun than any of us were expecting. “The kids are finally asleep. I'm exhausted, overwhelmed, and stressed out. The house is a mess. That thing for work is coming up. I didn't think life was going to be like this.” “I lost my temper too many times, I tried so hard to be patient but I was on edge all day. I didn't think life was going to be like this.” Feel familiar? This is parenting burnout and if you can relate, you are not alone. Burnout ...
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Welcome to Compassionate Chronicles, where we delve into the world of senior care with empathy and expertise. Join us as we explore diverse aspects of caring for our elders, offering insights, advice, and heartwarming stories that celebrate the journey of aging with dignity, compassion, and respect.
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Finding self-compassion in the Shame Spiral. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not with my three …
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This audio essay discusses how you can use mindfulness to observe your own anxiety. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and in…
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Feeling like we are not doing enough and the stories we tell ourselves. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. W…
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Navigating the complexity of tunnel vision and rigid expectations. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I…
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It's hard to ask for help, but you do not have to suffer in silence. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When…
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Finding support and resources to help stop burnout. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not with my…
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How stress can cause us to work harder, not smarter. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not with m…
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Remaining "stuck" in reactive patterns and tools to help. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not w…
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Why do meditation teachers talk about impermanence? Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not with my…
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Navigating the normality of bad days and bad moods. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not with my…
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Applying compassionate mindfulness in everyday planning. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and individuals. When I am not wi…
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It’s normal to not like difficult emotions or being stuck in states, such as anxiety and depression. At the same time, these experiences are a part of us and can become some of our greatest strengths. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Sup…
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“What am I supposed to do with all of this anger? My body feels like it might explode. No amount of breathing is going to call me down.” These emotions are what my kids call BIG EMOTIONS. Listen for tips on Regulating Big Emotions. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Em…
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I tend to rigidly grasp onto things with a death grip. Meditating is no exception. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples and ind…
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This audio essay discusses parenting from a place of shame and discovering the road to self-compassion. Helping burned out parents find inner calm and compassion. Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist Supervisor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy…
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Listen to this audio essay to hear about Michelle's personal journey with meditation and how meditation might be a helpful parenting tip for you, too. "I had experimented with meditation on and off for several years, I knew the research was solid, and that meditation had awesome benefits if I could just get myself to sit down and do it. Then one da…
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Have you ever considered spending time at Kamdhenu Retreat, the old age home in our neighborhood? Oh, I've thought about it, but I wasn't sure how I could contribute there. There are so many ways! Some volunteers assist with basic chores, like cleaning or organizing. Others spend time engaging with the residents, playing traditional games, or even …
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